
South African Wine News
I publish South African wine news as and when I receive it so that you can stay up to date with the latest scoop in the wine industry.
South African Winery Alvi's Drift Shines in International 2025 Awards Season
Alvi’s Drift strikes gold in 2025 with over 85 wine awards, including White Wine of the Year, Best Cap Classique, and Vineyard Consistency Award. Discover their award-winning ranges.
Bruce Jack ‘Braai Box’ Exclusive to Checkers for Heritage Day
Celebrate Heritage Day with Bruce Jack’s Braai Box – a 2L Merlot, Ribcanha recipe, and eco-friendly packaging, exclusively at Checkers.
New Braai op ’n Stokkie Heritage Month Special Menu at Leopard’s Leap, Franschhoek
Celebrate Heritage Month at Leopard’s Leap with Braai op ’n Stokkie! Enjoy sosaties, stokbrood & wine pairings in Franschhoek, South Africa.
Durbanville Celebrates 200 Years with a Rare Pinotage Release
Celebrate 200 years of Durbanville with the rare Durbanville Pinotage 2024. A limited-edition magnum honouring 100 years of Pinotage and 100 years of Afrikaans.
Make that Dining Experience Count with Steenberg
South Africa’s top restaurants like Steenberg's Tryn and Bistro Sixteen82 restaurants are redefining luxury dining in 2025 with great value, storytelling, and authentic experiences.
Time Out Market Cape Town Cheese & Wine Event Saturday 27 September 2025
On Friday, 27 September 2025, be sure to gather at the Time Out Market Cape Town at the V&A Waterfront for an afternoon of cheese and wine. Expect a line-up of 10 local wine producers.
Amorim Cap Classique Challenge Winners 2025: South Africa’s Best Cap Classique
Congratulations to the 2025 Amorim Cap Classique Challenge winners: Steenberg Lady R 2019 takes Overall Winner, with trophies for Graham Beck, Tokara, Krone and more.
Time Out Market Cape Town Event: Fashion and Wine
Celebrate Women’s Month at Time Out Cape Town’s Winter Wine Series: Fashion & Wine on 30 August 2025. Enjoy tastings of 40+ wines by female winemakers, a fashion showcase, and the chance to win premium wines.
De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay 2025 Release
The De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay 2025 is now out. One of eight Chardonnay offerings by De Wetshof in the Robertson Wine Valley. With so much choice, there’s a Chard for you!
2025 Shiraz SA Challenge Winners Announced!
Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Shiraz SA Challenge. These are the top wines from South Africa's BEST Shiraz competition. Shop on Port2Port while it’s HOT!
Caroline’s 2025 Red Wine Review: Sip South Africa’s Finest Reds at This Wine Event
Join Caroline’s Red Wine Review 2025 at the DHL Stadium in Cape Town on 24 July for an exclusive tasting of 100 of South Africa’s finest flagship red wines. Meet top winemakers and enjoy 15% off your favourites.
Red Wine Event: Durbanville Wine Valley Taste of Terroir Soiree 8 August 2025
Join Durbanville Wine Valley’s Taste of Terroir red wine soirée on 8 August 2025 at Loch Lynne Wine Estate. Enjoy award-winning reds, live music, gourmet canapés, and the exclusive debut of a collaborative limited-edition Pinotage. Book now!
Stellenbosch Wine Festival Returns This Winter
Wine Town Stellenbosch 2025 returns from 26 July to 3 August with nine days of wine experiences across the region. The highlight? The Stellenbosch Wine Festival on 1–2 August, featuring over 200 wines, gourmet food, and live entertainment. Book online now and plan your stay in Stellenbosch!
Nederburg Launches New Logo and The Chance to WIN R100 000!
Nederburg launches a new wine label and logo under its fresh campaign, More to Explore. Have a look at the new design and stand the chance to win a luxury R100 000 travel experience! #MoreToExplore
Take Four Piano Quartet at Vergenoegd Löw this Women’s Month
Celebrate Women’s Month in Stellenbosch with a live performance by Take Four Piano Quartet at Vergenoegd Löw on 2 August 2025. Includes wine, dinner, and optional luxury stay. Book now!
Blaauwklippen Named Best Heritage Wine Estate in the World!
Blaauwklippen in Stellenbosch has been crowned Best Heritage Wine Estate at the 2025 Global Brand Awards and I couldn’t be prouder! What a fantastic achievement for the Cape Winelands!
Arty Wine Label for Bellingham & Pick n Pay by Local Artist
The new Bellingham Masterpiece 2023 Cape Blend is a limited edition South African red wine featuring a label by young artist Sinenhlanhla Chauke. Available exclusively at Pick n Pay.
It’s Back! Durbanville Sauvignon Blanc 2025 Collab has dropped
The 2025 Durbanville Sauvignon Blanc is here! Don’t miss this top collaborative vintage from Cape Town’s cool-climate valley – get it while stocks last.
Entries Are Open for the 2025 Diners Club Winelist Awards!
Entries are open for the 2025 Diners Club Winelist Awards! Join the elite of South Africa’s best wine lists — enter your restaurant by 15 July 2025.
Wine Concepts The Grape Escape Wine Festival: 29 May 2025
Wine Concepts is back with the 5th annual Grape Escape Wine Festival taking place on Thursday, 29 May 2025 at Moyo Restaurant, Kirstenbosch. Get your tickets!
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